Care and Independence Support Worker

Coleg Cambria; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A learning institution in Wrexham is looking for a Care and Independence Support Worker to assist students with personal care and support needs. The role involves providing tailored support and maintaining effective communication with students and staff. NVQ Level 2 in Care and compassion are essential. The position offers a part-time, fixed-term contract with excellent employee benefits.

Benefits

Excellent Pension Scheme(s)

Generous Annual Leave Entitlement

Discounted Gym Membership

Free Parking on All Sites

Cycle Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Manual Handling and providing high standards of care provision.
• Sound understanding of the principles of good care.
• Knowledge of safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and one-to-one support to students.
• Assist with dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Support students to access learning by acting as a reader, scribe, and notetaker.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassion

Patient

Empathetic

Flexible

Approachable

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Care

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12.08.2025

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Role Title: Care and Independence Support Worker
Location:Yale
Contract Type:Fixed Term (24.8.26) / Part-time (36 weeks per year,21 hours)
Salary:£24,473 - £24,962 Pro RataPro Rata

Here at Coleg Cambria we are looking for a Care and Independence Support Worker to join our Learning Support team. This particular role will be based at our YaleCampus.

Overview of Role
Reporting to the Additional Learning Needs Support Coordinator (ALNSCo), the Care and Independence Support Worker will provide personal care and one to one support to students with a wide range of needs and disabilities. Using a person centred approach and in the least intrusive way, you will undertake tasks detailed in the students’ care and support plan whilst maintaining good communication and developing effective working relationships. Providing regular feedback to the ALNSCo, you will assist students taking medication at the agreed level of support and maintain accurate records in respect of care and medication given.

You will assist students to dress and undress, with toileting, continence management and personal hygiene and help with preparation of food and drink; being aware of the students’ choice, likes/dislikes, nutritional needs and cultural requirements. You will also be required to support the student to access learning by acting as a reader, scribe and notetake when necessary. Those who hold a First Aid at Work, Manual Handling and Administering Medication qualification, will be of distinct advantage, however this is not essential.

NVQ Level 2 in Care

Experience in Manual Handling and providing high standards of care provision

Sound understanding of the principles of good care

Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults

Strives to meet the highest standards in customer service

An effective communicator who is compassionate, patient and empathetic

Flexible and approachable with a positive attitude when under pressure

Coleg Cambria is committed to raising the profile of the Welsh language.

The promotion of the welsh language is an essential part of the work we do. Applicants are welcome to submit an application in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favorably than an application submitted in English.

Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.

Coleg Cambria is a ‘Disability Confident’ Employer.

The promotion of Equality and Diversity is an essential part of the work we do and as part of this, the College is committed to having a diverse staff group.

The safety of children, young people and adults identified as ‘vulnerable’ is paramount and Coleg Cambria is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of these individuals and to the rigorous implementation of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) procedures and arrangements. A DBS Disclosure will be requested from the successful candidate being offered the position. Depending on the role you are applying for if successful, you may also be required to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.

Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Benefits

Excellent Pension Scheme(s)

Generous Annual Leave Entitlement

On site nursery provision at our Deeside site

Discounts on a Range Of College Evening Courses

Access to A Wide Range of E-Learning and Professional Development

Discounted Gym Membership

Excellent Sports and Fitness Facilities

Free Parking on All Sites

Cycle Scheme

Discounted Rates for Hairdressing and Beauty Treatments

Discounted Rates for Restaurants

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave